HLT37015 – Certificate III in Sterilisation Services supports the professional development of sterilisation technicians of health care facilities. The course covers cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical devices, using chemicals, sterilising loads, and managing sterilised stock. It provides graduates with a nationally recognised qualification. The training combines online theoretical study, on-campus simulation lab sessions, and practical experience in the industry.
Amount of Training : | 550 Hours |
AQF Level : | 3 |
Course Delivery : | Blended |
Campuses : | Melbourne, Sydney, Perth |
Organisation delivering the program : | Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (RTO ID: 21985) |
Organisation issuing certification : | Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (RTO ID: 21985) |
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“This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding”
14 units of competency are required for this qualification.
CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
HLTSTE001 | Clean and disinfect reusable medical devices |
HLTSTE002 | Inspect and pack reusable medical devices |
HLTSTE003 | Sterilise loads |
HLTSTE004 | Manage sterile stock |
HLTSTE005 | Care for reusable medical devices |
HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
HLTWHS005 | Conduct manual tasks safely |
HLTSTE006 | Chemically disinfect reusable medical devices |
BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications |
BSBTWK201 | Work effectively with others |
BSBPEF301 | Develop personal work priorities |
Career opportunities, include:
The total tuition cost for domestic students for the HLT37015 – Certificate III in Sterilisation Services is:
State | Funding |
Victoria | If the student is eligible,for Government funding,Student pays:$0 * |
Western Australia | If the student is eligible,for Government funding,Student pays:$1,608.75 # If holds valid concession student pays $480.15 # |
New South Wales | Check with us for Domestic Scholarships |
*This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding
#The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as Student service and resource fees.
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20 contact hours per week will be delivered through synchronised Online learning which includes on- campus simulation based training and Professional experience placement.
Besides the above structured learning, students are advised that they will be required to do 10 hours per week of unstructured learning.
The blended delivery mode is only available to domestic students on selected campuses and subject to eligibility.
Students must meet additional requirements for Professional Experience Placements as required such as a clear police check,working with children check & immunisations.
*Please call your respective campus location for more details.
There are no mandatory entry requirements for this course; however, following IHNA admission criteria will be applicable:
A satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate (AFP) / NCC will be required for all practical placements.
Working with children check.
IHNA highly recommends students to complete the immunisation process before the Professional Experience Placement start date as some facilities will not provide placement to student without Immunisation.
The course is assessed using the following 3 methods.
The questions or knowledge-based assessments are made up of a series of relevant short to medium length questions and multiple-choice options for learners to respond.
The projects assessments require learners to respond to relevant scenarios, case studies and tasks. These can include, writing short or medium length reports or proposals. Analysing data and preparing reports. Templates are provided to assist learners to write policies and produces. Composing appropriate business style emails, preparing notes for meetings, presentations and reflecting on the learning.
The simulation assessments are supervised, in-class or online (real time) simulated activities consisting of various methods. They may include the following: Group and individual projects, role plays, individual and group activities including presentations.
Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.
Dr Shisir Prasad Manandhar
Designation: Academic Director
Email : shisir@healthcareers.edu.au
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